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The Wistar Institute of Anatomy & Biology Lab-Pallesen - Research Assistant in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Wistar Institute is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to work in the laboratory of Dr. Jesper Pallesen in the Vaccine & Immunotherapy Center at The Wistar Institute. The Pallesen lab is interested in employing cryo-EM structural biology and computational protein design to explore the human immune response to infectious diseases and to develop vaccines and cancer immunotherapeutics.
The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include lab management such as purchasing and stocking laboratory supplies. Responsibilities also include cell culture work, (membrane) protein expression and purification and assisting other lab personnel in various projects.
A bachelor's or master's degree in a science-related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) is required. Excellent communication and organization skills are required. Candidates will receive hands-on training as required. Experience in the following areas is preferred (but not required): general molecular biology techniques, mammalian cell culture, (membrane) protein purification, chromatography or structural biology.
The Wistar Institute is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The Wistar Institute is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, mentoring and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of our academic research institute.
The Wistar Institute is a world leader in early-stage discovery science in the areas of cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. Wistar is committed to accelerating research advances from bench to bedside through brilliant science and distinctive approaches to collaboration among scientific investigators and academic and industry partners. Wistar's dynamic environment supports the advancement of discoveries that will change the future of human health.
The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources to its faculty and staff that enable them to conduct cutting edge collaborative research and provides for outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities. Research discoveries conducted at Wistar have led to the development of vaccines; the identification of genes associated with cancers; and the development of many other significant research technologies and tools.
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
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